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Veteran Affairs Financial Aid Officer
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26622259 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $59,000 - $81,200 |
Position Information
The Veteran Affairs Financial Aid Officer (VAFAO) serves as the first point of contact for the Financial Aid office, is a campus resource on issues relating to veteran and military educational benefits, and is responsible for advising and assisting students who are eligible for educational benefits as a result of their own military service or that of a family member. Working collaboratively with internal and external constituents, the VAFAO serves as a resource and advocate in troubleshooting administrative challenges on behalf of student veterans and members of the military. The VAFAO is responsible for overseeing the administration of financial aid funding, federal and state military educational assistance programs and vocational rehabilitation benefits. Duties include coordinating eligibility for educational benefits, certifying enrollment, monitoring student progress, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and VA regulations.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $53,000 - $75,800.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $53,000 - $75,800.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Licenses
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid Drivers License | Preferred |
Certifications
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| SCO Certification from Department of Veterans Affairs. | Preferred |
Conditions
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| SCO Certification from Department of Veterans Affairs within 90 days of appointment date. | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid Drivers License will be required if operating a personal or university vehicle for university related business. | Preferred |
| Valid Drivers License must comply with the California Department of Motor Vehicle requirements. | Preferred |
| Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) | Required |
| Travel | Required |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Problem identification, critical thinking, and problem solving skills; judgment and decision-making ability.
Strong ability to assess processes and implement improvements. Thorough interpersonal skills.
Experience using complex databases. Ability to define specifications for database programming.
Ability to calculate financial aid with attention to detail and accuracy.
Working knowledge of policies, regulations, and practices for awarding financial aid; specialized knowledge of particular programs.
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Active listening skills. Possesses strong customer service orientation skills.
Working knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
Ability to interpret policies and develop procedures to ensure compliance.
Strong ability to assess processes and implement improvements. Thorough interpersonal skills.
Experience using complex databases. Ability to define specifications for database programming.
Ability to calculate financial aid with attention to detail and accuracy.
Working knowledge of policies, regulations, and practices for awarding financial aid; specialized knowledge of particular programs.
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Active listening skills. Possesses strong customer service orientation skills.
Working knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
Ability to interpret policies and develop procedures to ensure compliance.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to evaluate campus impact from changing Federal and State regulations and communicate/disseminate information to appropriate University departments and staff.
Working knowledge of applicable regulations and best practices relating to administering VA educational benefits.
Strong proficiency with standard office software as well as internet and email applications. Working knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs.
Working knowledge of University policies, processes, and procedures.
Working knowledge of applicable regulations and best practices relating to administering VA educational benefits.
Strong proficiency with standard office software as well as internet and email applications. Working knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs.
Working knowledge of University policies, processes, and procedures.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview